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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2009B2300 L4-2.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULCONNECTING ROD CAP ASSEMBLY NOTE
2009 Mazda B2300 L4-2.3L
Connecting Rod Cap Assembly Note
2009 Mazda B2300 L4-2.3LSECTION Connecting Rod Cap Assembly Note
Connecting Rod Cap Assembly Note
Caution:
^ When assembling the connecting rod caps, align the broken, rough faces of the connecting rods and connecting rod caps.
1. Tighten the connecting rod bolts in two steps using the SST (49 D032 316).
Tightening torque
(1) 26-32 N-m (2.7-3.2 kgf-m, 19.2-23.6 ft-lbf)
(2) 80°-100°
Caution:
^ When assembling the connecting rod caps, align the broken, rough faces of the connecting rods and connecting rod caps.
1. Tighten the connecting rod bolts in two steps using the SST (49 D032 316).
Tightening torque
(1) 26-32 N-m (2.7-3.2 kgf-m, 19.2-23.6 ft-lbf)
(2) 80°-100°
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.